December 9th, 2012

Schleese is pleased to announce the latest addition to our stable of dressage saddles – The “Obrigado”. Schleese’s newest best-seller allows every rider to feel the breathing of the horse, with the horse moving as freely as if he were not under saddle! The Obrigado provides several unique features benefiting horse and rider. Built on a modified AdapTree®, the Obrigad...

October 17th, 2012

The weekend of October 5-7, 2012 featured world renowned veterinarian and author Dr. Gerd Heuschmann as guest clinician at Loch Hurst Farm in Vass, NC where “The Biomechanics of the Horse” was the topic of interest for the riders and auditors. On Friday evening (October 5) an industry roundtable discussion was held, including such equine professionals as trainer Shaw...

October 1st, 2012

There are several important elements to consider in determining the proper saddle fit especially for women – which is 85% of Schleese’s market – and makes us the only female saddle specialist in the world!
Our saddle fitters all have a comprehensive understanding of equine biomechanics and how saddles need to fit to prevent long term back damage in the horse, but w...

September 13th, 2012

The Equine Sciences Academy is proud and honored to announce that Jochen and Sabine Schleese of Schleese Saddlery and Saddlefit4Life are joining the esteemed group of equine professionals on our Advisory Panel.
Certified Master Saddler, Saddlefitter and Equine Ergonomist Jochen Schleese received his initial training in saddle making from Passier and Sohn in Germany...

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Rider Testimonials

I am a new Schleese customer and wanted to tell you how much I love my new saddle! I have struggled for almost 5 years trying to find the right saddle for my horse. New ones would work for a short time, but were never the right fit for myself and my horse together. After watching all your videos, reading your book and the information on your website, I decided that I wanted to do the right thing for my horse and purchase one of your saddles.
Working with Denise Lenz was so educational and fun! She was just super and explained everything she was doing. I had several people there to watch me ride in 3 different saddles, but my horse Rex chose the Obrigado. His movement was so different than anything I have ever felt before! He has a very short back so it really suited him, and everyone watching agreed it was the one. He was so happy and forward moving in that saddle, and I really just sat there and let him go. Sitting the trot and canter was effortless for me for the first time! Now I see why a “female” saddle makes such a difference. I could never sit his canter easily before or keep my toes forward in my previous saddles. The seat is so comfortable and I feel really supported as I ride. It’s like I am one with him, and not just sitting on his back. Every ride is a good ride and I’m excited to keep progressing with his training now that he can really move his body and not be uncomfortable or restricted.
I am also very grateful to Denise for selling me that demo saddle so I didn't have to wait for one to be made. She said she could leave us knowing it fit perfectly, and that gave her peace of mind. I slept really well that night knowing I had purchased not only a lovely piece of equipment, but also feeling relieved that my horse will never suffer pain from an ill-fitting saddle ever again. I am a Schleese customer for life now and look forward to working with Denise for years to come.
“Obrigado” [Thank you] and kind regards.